Studying in Florence means being surrounded by art everywhere you go, not just in museums, but in churches, streets, and buildings you pass everyday. This semester, I took a Renaissance art history course and an oil painting class, and together they completely changed the way I experienced the city. My Renaissance art history class quickly…
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Lasting Connections
Before coming to Italy, I found myself pretty nervous about building a new community. I did not really know anyone coming into the program, and that uncertainty made me feel a bit anxious leading up to my departure. I was unsure if I would be able to quickly adapt to this new environment or whether…
Art in Florence
My two favorite classes this semester were Renaissance Art History and Oil Painting. I enjoyed them so much because, as a finance and accounting major, these are not subjects I normally get the chance to explore. In Art History, each week we spent one day in the classroom and one day visiting different locations around…
Healthcare Culture in Italy
Near the beginning of the semester I found myself needing to go to the doctor; I found myself nervous and uncertain whether or not it would be a complicated process, if the language barrier would be an issue or what the price would be like. But there was no other choice so I made an…
My Favorite Trip!
Throughout this semester, I have gone on many adventures in my spare time. I have traveled all around Europe and the United Kingdom, and eventually made it to Marrakech, Morocco, in Northern Africa. This ended up being my absolute favorite trip, and made me realize that a piece of my heart belongs in Africa. Last…
Basketball in Padua
While studying in Italy, I have had many impactful experiences that have helped me grow and learn. One moment that stands out happened during a trip to Padua with my program, CEA CAPA, and other students. We started the day with a scheduled tour of a chapel, and afterward, we had a few hours to…
Assimilating into the Italian Lifestyle
Ciao! Now that I have fully settled into Florence, I am starting to feel more and more like a local. However, when I first arrived I definitely noticed a lot of cultural differences, both in the class and in everyday life, that I was not used to. Initially, this adjustment was a bit difficult, but…
Success in Italy
Growing up in the United States has instilled in me a very different definition of success than I have noticed here in Florence. American citizens are expected to work a 9:00-5:00 workday and put in the hours to keep moving up the socioeconomic ladder. The common goal in America seems to be always wanting more,…
People of Florence
Before arriving in Florence, I only knew my friend Gianna. I have always been extroverted when it comes to meeting new people, so I was not necessarily worried about making friends. What I did not expect, though, was to meet the most amazing people. Every person I have met throughout this experience has been so…
Arrivederci, Firenze!
10 more days until I say, “Arrivederci, Firenze,” and it could not feel less real. These past four months have held some of the most special, eye-opening moments of my life, and I will cherish my time abroad forever. I have changed and grown so much throughout this experience. Professionally, I have noticed that I…